Season 9, Episode 3: Kids + Technology with Jean Twenge
How do we guide our kids as they grow up in a world where the internet is infused in practically everything they touch? Today, renowned researcher Dr. Jean Twenge joins us for an eye-opening conversation about how smartphones are affecting kids—and also us. We chat about the link between social media and depression, how boys and girls are influenced differently, and how screen time affects younger children. While this topic can often feel overwhelming and/or doomsday-esque, Dr. Twenge offers us a good mix of tangible suggestions, practical tips, and the much-needed reminder that we need to model healthy relationships with our own smartphones first. Whether you’re already navigating the phone situation with your older teens, or rocking babies and not thinking about any of this yet, we hope this episode informs and encourages you as you continue making decisions around technology in your home.
Show Notes
Thanks for listening to the Coffee + Crumbs podcast Season 9, Episode 3: Kids + Technology with Jean Twenge. We’re so happy you’re here.
Mentioned in this episode:
Generations by Jean Twenge
iGen by Jean Twenge
Are books dead? Why Gen Z doesn’t read by Jean Twenge
Reality TV show Old Enough!
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